Archbold's Castle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Archbold's Castle |
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| Native name Irish: Caisleán Archbold |
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| Type | Fortified warehouse |
| Location | Castle Street, Dalkey, Dublin, Ireland |
| Built | 14th century |
| Architectural style(s) | Norman |
| Official name: Archbold's Castle | |
| Reference no. | 444 |
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Archbold's Castle is an old castle located in Dalkey, Ireland. It is also known as a National Monument, which means it is a very important historical site protected by the country.
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What is Archbold's Castle?
Archbold's Castle was built in the 14th century. It was not a typical castle for living in. Instead, it was a strong, fortified building used as a warehouse. This means it was a safe place to store valuable goods.
Where is Archbold's Castle Located?
You can find Archbold's Castle on a small hill in Dalkey. It is about 60 meters (or about 200 feet) west of another old building called Goat Castle. Dalkey is a town in County Dublin, Ireland.
The Story of Archbold's Castle
Long ago, there were seven castles in Dalkey. Today, only two of them remain standing: Archbold's Castle and Goat Castle. Archbold's Castle still has two of its original floors.
You can see a special feature above the main door. It is called a machicolation. This was a clever design used in old castles.
What is a Machicolation?
A machicolation is a floor opening between the supporting corbels of a battlement, through which stones or other objects could be dropped on attackers. It was a way to defend the castle from people trying to get in.
The Archbold Family Name
The name "Archbold" comes from a family of Hiberno-Normans. These were Normans who settled in Ireland many centuries ago. The name itself comes from the old Norman word Archambault. This word means "precious" (ercan) and "bold" (bald).
